Registered Nurse (RN) - Urology

Advocate Health•Elkin, NC

3d•$36 - $53

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care in the Urology department, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The RN engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes safety, evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, and integrated, unbiased patient care. The RN may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols; delegate appropriately; maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation; and communicate effectively with the care team. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The RN must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the life span. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, with a schedule of Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m. to noon. The listed pay range is $35.50–$53.25. The role requires clinical nursing experience, an approved nursing education program, BLS, and an active RN license or privilege to practice in the state(s) where services are provided. A BSN is preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically requires 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client is located and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.